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We know the importance of keeping your pets healthy, and this includes giving them a great habitat that is safe and comfortable, along with a healthy diet. Most of us understand how to keep ourselves healthy with a balanced diet inclusive of fruit and vegetables, but this does not necessarily translate to turtles, tort
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The importance of eating healthily has been ingrained in us now for decades as we are quickly coming to grips with food’s effect on our bodies and minds. This importance should not be underestimated and needs to be translated into our pets’ lives. Turtles, tortoises, and terrapins are becoming increasingly more popular
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Reptiles are one of the most popular types of exotic pets out there. Dozens of different species, from bearded dragons to corn snakes, to iguanas, to monitor lizards, are kept as scaly companions across the world. And one of the most popular types of reptiles that are often kept as a pet is the humble little turtle. Mo
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When it comes to feeding your reptile different things, it can be such a minefield. Seeing as turtles, tortoises, and terrapins are so different from one another when it comes to their diet; you will, of course, want to ensure that you are giving your reptile the very best. If you give them too much of a good thing, th
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Turtles are reptiles that can live both in water and on land. They spend much of their time hiding under thick vegetation, and rocks as well as inside their thick shells! For this reason, a healthy and strong shell is absolutely essential for all types of turtles. If you’re currently noticing that your turtle’s shell h
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Every pet owner wants to make their pet happy by bringing some variety to their diet but unfortunately, a lack of research can often lead to disaster. All animals have a few things they cannot eat otherwise they face becoming seriously ill or even die from poisoning. So, the responsibility comes down to a pet’s owner w
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Red-eared sliders are easily one of the most recognizable breeds of turtle from across the world, and this has led to them being very popular as pets. This comes despite the fact that the species is known for being an invasive species in some countries across the world and for potentially spreading salmonella. Despite
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What do you feed a snapping Turtle? Snapping turtles are large reptiles native to North America. They eat mostly insects and other invertebrates. Snapping turtles are omnivorous animals. This means they can eat both plants and meat. The diet of a snapping turtle also depends on its age and size. In this article, we loo
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You’ve just been to the pet store and picked up your new friend. You’re excited to welcome them into the family and share many special memories with them. Except for one thing; what are they allowed to eat!? Knowing an animal’s diet is vital for their health and well-being because feeding an animal the wrong foods can
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There can be several indicators of a dead turtle, but you should still take the time and effort to check if it is dead. The main signs to look out for include a lack of movement and a lack of response to stimulation. A turtle that is dead should also float on the water, not flip over whenever placed on its back, and em
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A pretty rare sight is seeing turtles slapping each other, and for us, it can be a pretty entertaining and fascinating sight. However, turtles themselves do not do this just for fun. There is actually a reason as to why they do this – not just one singular reason. There can be a lot of different explanations behind tur
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Turtles aren’t particularly vocal creatures. Typically, they tend to make grunting or hissing sounds when they are aroused or stimulated by their external environment. The question is, what exactly makes them sound like that? Turtles are reptiles that live in water. Their body temperature is regulated through their ski
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The animal kingdom represents incredible diversity and the broader cycle of life. However, over the centuries, humans from different cultures and belief systems have attributed meaning to each individual animal, giving each one its own symbolic significance. One of the oldest animal symbols known to man is the turtle.
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Is your baby turtle not eating? Are you struggling to find out why? In this guide, we go through several reasons why your baby turtle might not be eating and ways to rectify certain issues. In most cases, a turtle would stop eating if it suffered or encountered any of the situations described below. To find out more ab
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With over 350 species of turtle out there, there is so much which can be learned about these small creatures. We may have our perceptions of turtles (for example, they are slow walkers), however, each type of turtle differs from another. In this article, we will be talking about the Yellow Bellied Turtle, providing a c
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Part of being a responsible pet owner is knowing what to feed them. It’s critical that we feed our companions correctly and help them stick to a balanced and healthy diet. We all know that when it comes to our diet, fruit and vegetables are a very important staple for our overall health – but is this the same with turt
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The box turtle is a species of turtle commonly found in North America. They both belong to the family Emydidae, which means they are reptiles. However, this is the main difference between them and a tortoise, as a tortoise belongs to the family of Testudinidae. Box turtles are often confused with tortoises because they
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One thing that’s often overlooked when people look for a shelled friend for a pet, is what their diet consists of and what foods are safe for their turtle to eat. However, as long as you know where to start and what foods to get your pet, then there’s always hope that you’ll be able to look after your reptile properly.
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Back in your school days way back when you may recall learning all about vertebrates and invertebrates. For those of you who need a recap, an invertebrate is any animal that does not have a backbone or spinal column; while a vertebrate does have one. And you may have wondered whether a turtle’s shell counts as its back
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Turtles are some of the most vulnerable animals on earth. They are slow-moving, have poor eyesight, and are easily caught by their predators. Most turtle species are endangered or threatened due to habitat destruction, poaching, and overfishing. Turtles are reptiles that lay eggs and hatch from them. There are two main
